Forest birding habitat

Land Between the Lakes

Kentucky · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Land Between the Lakes is a productive birding destination in Kentucky, with 200 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Lincoln's Sparrow

Melospiza lincolnii

4/20/2026Clarks River NWR--Environmental Education and Rec. Area1 observed

Bobolink

Dolichonyx oryzivorus

4/20/2026Woodlands Trace, Dover, Tennessee, US (36.604, -87.95)3 observed

Swainson's Warbler

Limnothlypis swainsonii

4/20/2026Clarks River NWR--Environmental Education and Rec. Area1 observed

Black-bellied Whistling-Duck

Dendrocygna autumnalis

4/18/2026Little Bear Creek (Marshall Co.)4 observed

Western Cattle-Egret

Ardea ibis

4/12/2026Land Between the Lakes NRA--South Bison Range1 observed

Summer Tanager

Piranga rubra

4/10/2026Moss Creek Day Use Area1 observed

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

4/9/2026Old Ferry Road past Craven’s Bay Road LBL1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Great Blue Heron

14/21/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

14/21/2026

Eastern Phoebe

24/21/2026

White-eyed Vireo

34/21/2026

Blue Jay

14/21/2026

Carolina Chickadee

14/21/2026

Tufted Titmouse

44/21/2026

Barn Swallow

84/21/2026

White-breasted Nuthatch

14/21/2026

Blue-gray Gnatcatcher

54/21/2026

Carolina Wren

14/21/2026

American Goldfinch

34/21/2026

White-crowned Sparrow

44/21/2026

Baltimore Oriole

14/21/2026

Louisiana Waterthrush

14/21/2026

Northern Waterthrush

14/21/2026

Black-and-white Warbler

14/21/2026

Hooded Warbler

14/21/2026

Northern Parula

114/21/2026

Yellow-rumped Warbler

44/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Land Between the Lakes for birding?
The best months to visit Land Between the Lakes for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Land Between the Lakes?
Notable species at Land Between the Lakes include Red-eyed Vireo, Scarlet Tanager, Pileated Woodpecker, Wood Thrush, Ovenbird. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Land Between the Lakes?
Birding at Land Between the Lakes is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Land Between the Lakes?
Land Between the Lakes offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.